Senior Network Architect - Data Center Focus

7-Eleven, Inc.•Irving, TX

35d

About The Position

We are seeking a seasoned Network Architect with deep expertise in strategy and execution of datacenter network migrations, with a primary focus on Cisco network infrastructure. The successful candidate will ensure seamless transitions that maintain business continuity, minimize downtime, and align with enterprise architecture standards. Acting as a technical liaison between IT and business stakeholders, this role will define migration requirements, guide technology decisions, and ensure integration patterns support operational resilience.

Requirements

8+ years of experience in enterprise network architecture and operations, with a focus on Cisco technologies.
Proven track record of leading datacenter migrations with successful business continuity outcomes.
Experience in hybrid networking environments (on-prem/cloud), including AWS, Azure, or GCP.
Expert understanding of Cisco networking protocols and equipment (e.g., BGP, OSPF, HSRP, STP).
Strong understanding of enterprise DNS/DHCP architecture and support.
Ability to translate business continuity requirements into technical migration plans.
Skilled in risk assessment, contingency planning, and post-migration validation.
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
Proficient in architectural documentation and modeling (e.g., UML).
Strong leadership, mentoring, and team collaboration capabilities.
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.

Nice To Haves

Cisco Certified Architect (CCAr) or CCIE
TOGAF, AWS/Azure Architect, or similar

Responsibilities

Lead the planning and execution of Cisco network equipment migrations across datacenter environments, ensuring zero or minimal disruption to business operations.
Develop and implement migration strategies that prioritize business continuity, including fallback procedures, risk mitigation plans, and post-migration validation.
Design scalable and resilient network architectures for on-premise datacenters, hybrid cloud environments, and remote sites.
Establish and enforce network technology standards, including specifications for Cisco routers, switches, firewalls, and load balancers.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess current infrastructure, identify dependencies, and develop migration roadmaps.
Define and document integration processes and technical specifications to support seamless transitions between legacy and target environments.
Lead performance and functionality assessments of migrated systems, ensuring compliance with SLAs and business requirements.
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to network engineers and architects throughout the migration lifecycle.
Escalate critical issues to senior leadership with actionable recommendations for resolution.
Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in datacenter networking and business continuity planning.